Serving 1,591 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Sugar Creek Charter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sugar Creek Charter's student population of 1,591 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
School Motto
To eradicate generational poverty in the lives of our students by providing a rigorous education from kindergarten through 12th grade through academic preparation, college and career readiness, and life skills for success.
School Rankings
Sugar Creek Charter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sugar Creek Charter is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1437 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
27%
22%
Black
70%
24%
White
n/a
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sugar Creek Charter's ranking?
Sugar Creek Charter is ranked #1437 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sugar Creek Charter often compared to?
Sugar Creek Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Tmsa Charlotte, Mallard Creek Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sugar Creek Charter?
The graduation rate of Sugar Creek Charter is 80-84%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sugar Creek Charter?
1,591 students attend Sugar Creek Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sugar Creek Charter students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sugar Creek Charter?
Sugar Creek Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sugar Creek Charter offer ?
Sugar Creek Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sugar Creek Charter part of?
Sugar Creek Charter is part of Sugar Creek Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Sugar Creek Charter located?
Sugar Creek Charter is located in the Sugar Creek neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 1 other public schools located in Sugar Creek.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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